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Inflation Returns to Haunt Wall Street

Inflation Returns to Haunt Wall Street

May 15, 2026 · David Chen

US inflation figures for March were higher than expected, surprising markets. The data was released on May 12, and it has significant implications for monetary

Japan's 20-Year Bond Yield Hits 25-Year High

Japan's 20-Year Bond Yield Hits 25-Year High

May 15, 2026 · James Parker

Japan's 20-year government bond yield has surged to its highest level since 1997, driven by growing concerns over inflation. The yield rose above its January pe

Global Chip Shortage Intensifies

Global Chip Shortage Intensifies

May 15, 2026 · David Chen

The world's memory chip shortage is worsening due to rising demand from artificial intelligence developments, affecting tech companies worldwide. Memory chip pr

Trump Faces a Stronger China a Decade On

Trump Faces a Stronger China a Decade On

May 15, 2026 · Emily Ross

Donald Trump is returning to China after a decade, facing a nation that has grown significantly in power and assertiveness. The US and China are now on a collis

US Missile Defence System to Cost $1.2 Trillion

US Missile Defence System to Cost $1.2 Trillion

May 15, 2026 · David Chen

The US is planning to build a missile defence system, dubbed the 'Golden Dome', to protect itself from incoming attacks. The project was first proposed by forme

Nvidia CEO Joins Trump's China Trip

Nvidia CEO Joins Trump's China Trip

May 15, 2026 · Emily Ross

US President Donald Trump is visiting China this week, accompanied by Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, who was added to the delegation at the last minute. The trip was

Asian Markets Set for Mixed Start

Asian Markets Set for Mixed Start

May 15, 2026 · David Chen

Asian markets were poised for a mixed opening on Wednesday as investors weighed US inflation concerns and escalating Middle East tensions. The region's investor